New Starters

Welcome to our School

We provide up to 30 places in reception each year.

Eden Learning Trust has determined that all admissions will be coordinated through the Local Authority School Admission arrangements.

School Admission Dates

Applications for September 2026 close 15th January 2026. Applications for 2027 admissions will then open in September 2026.

How to apply for a place

As a parent/carer, you will need to complete the Form online and submit it to the Local Authority.

If you are considering St Helen Auckland Primary as an option for your child in reception please don’t hesitate to contact us if you require more details or if you would like to arrange a visit to school.

Applying for a place

Visit the Durham County Council website for information or to apply for a place.

School places and admissions – Durham County Council

Admissions from Reception to Year 6 are administered by School Places and Admissions, County Hall, at all points of the school year. Prospective parents should contact 03000 265 879 with any enquiries.

2-year-old or Nursery Places

Requests for 2-year-old or Nursery places should be made directly to the school office. We offer both two-year-old nursery provision and nursery for three and four-year-olds.

Paper copies of application forms can be collected from the school office and you will be contacted by the office staff before your child is due to start with us.